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Fenwick Island, Delaware
fenwickisland.delaware.gov
Fenwick Island was named for Thomas Fenwick, a wealthy planter who originally settled in Maryland, but never lived on the island. His rights to the land came through a grant from Lord Baltimore in 1680. The island is nestled between the Atlantic Ocean and the Little Assawoman Bay. In 1859, Fenwick Island’s picturesque 87 foot tall lighthouse was completed. Besides fish, it features sandy beaches, crabs, clams, mussels, and offers water sport enthusiasts a great way to explore nature.
Fenwick Lighthouse
Snow Hill, Maryland www.snowhillmd.com
Snow Hill rests on the banks of one of Maryland’s most beautiful waterways, the Pocomoke River. Founded in 1686 by English settlers, it was made a royal port by William and Mary of England and became the Worcester County seat in 1742. Major fires in
1844 and 1893 destroyed the center of Snow Hill, although many eighteenth century structures survived the fires. A collage of handsome churches and manicured Colonial and Victorian-style homes still adorn the city. This picturesque oasis has many options for exploration including museums, antiquing, or a stroll down to the historic district to enjoy homes over 100 years old.
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Berlin, Maryland www.berlinmd.gov
Travel back in time with a stroll down Main Street, the path once walked by the Assateague and Pocomoke Indians, which later became the Philadelphia Post Road. This area was part of the Burley Plantation, a 300-acre land grant dating back to 1677. The village began in the 1790s and Berlin was incorporated in
1868. It now boasts 47 structures on the National Register of Historic Places.
Today the downtown commercial district is a true success story. Tree lined
streets, art galleries, antique shops, and the restored Atlantic Hotel and
Globe Theater captivate and attract visitors.
Ocean City, Maryland ococean.com
Maryland’s only ocean resort sits a barrier island that until the mid 1800s was mostly barren. Its first hotel, The Atlantic, opened in 1875 and still stands today. The resort’s popularity grew with the railroad bridge across the Sinepuxent Bay and the construction of the famous boardwalk, permanently laid in 1910. In August 1933, a hurricane ravaged the island and opened an inlet separating it from Assateague Island. This inlet created a safe harbor for fishing vessels and boosted the town’s economy. Today Ocean City is a year-round destination offering amusements, marinas, shopping, numerous hotels, and restaurants to satisfy every taste.
Ocean Pines, Maryland www.oceanpines.org
This waterfront community is nestled among pine trees on 3,000 acres. Only five-miles from Ocean City, it enjoys a breathtaking view of the bay. Opened in 1968 and originally developed as a summer retreat for retirees, it now offffers a diverse lifestyle for all ages. Golf, tennis, swimming, nature trails, dining, and marinas are among the many amenities offffered to residents.
Selbyville, Delaware selbyville.delaware.gov
Selbyville, Delaware traces its history back to its founding in 1778. Selbyville was originally known as Sandy Branch because of its location at the head of the St. Martin’s River where the gristmill and sawmill operated. In 1842, Sampson Selby began marking packages for delivery to his country store, “Selby-Ville,” which became the namesake. By 1918, Selbyville was the major supplier of strawberries for the entire east coast, an industry that remained strong until the 1930s. Selbyville maintains a charming small town atmosphere in an agricultural setting.
Worcester County, Maryland www.visitworcester.org
Maryland’s only seaside county is bordered by Delaware to the north and by more than 13,000 acres of forest to the west. Originally populated by Native Americans, the Pocomoke River (which runs the length of the county) enabled settlement by Europeans from the Chesapeake Bay. From Victorian era Berlin to Ocean City’s resorts, Worcester is rich in cultural history. The county is known for sandy beaches and tons of outdoor recreation.
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